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Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Product Registration ........................................... 3
Dishwasher Features ......................................... 4
Operating Instructions ..................................... 5-8
Preparing and Loading Dishes ........................ 9-11
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Factors Affecting Performance .......................... 13
Care and Cleaning ....................................... 14-15
Warranty ........................................................ 19

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Factors Affecting Performance ......13 Dishwasher Features ......... 4 Care and Cleaning ........14-15 Operating Instructions ........5-8 Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems .. 16-18 Preparing and Loading Dishes ......9-11 Warranty ............19 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. WARNING • Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. Check with manufacturer for This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as recommendations, if not marked.
  • Page 3: Product Registration

    The next sound you will hear is the splashing water as it enters the tub. Registering your product with Frigidaire enhances our ability to serve you. You can register online at PLEASE BE ADVISED: If you compare this www.frigidaire.com or by dropping your Product...
  • Page 4: Dishwasher Features

    DISHWASHER FEATURES Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. Each cycle begins with a pre-drain. Next, the dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the filter and spray arms.
  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1-24 hrs sanitized power normal light energy china rinse hi temp delay START plus wash wash saver crystal only sanitize wash start cancel add rinse aid hold to lock Options Selections Getting Started Hi-Temp Wash When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher 1.
  • Page 6: Delay Start

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Sanitize Option Air Dry To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select the The unit defaults to heated dry when it is started with any SANITIZE option. When selected, the light above the pad cycle selected. This drying uses a combination of the will come on and remain on until end of cycle.
  • Page 7: Cycle Chart

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Smart Soil Sensor checks the soil level on your dishes in the Power Plus, Light Wash, and Normal Wash cycles. Depending on soil level, the sensor will determine if additional water fills are needed to clean the dishes or if water fills can be deleted.
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    "CE". If one of these codes are displayed contact the fills are needed or if water fills can be deleted. 800-944- Frigidaire Customer Care Center at 9044 They will be able to provide assistance in troubleshooting the problem and/or locating an authorized...
  • Page 9: Preparing And Loading Dishes

    PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and tomato based products may cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if allowed to sit for a long period of time.
  • Page 10: Bowl Tines

    PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Bowl Tines To raise the rack to the middle or upper position, simply The bowl tines offer the ultimate in flexibility. When lift the rack. The lever is spring loaded to engage the closed, load with saucers or small dishes. Open halfway upper position.
  • Page 11 PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Loading the Bottom Rack Loading the Silverware Basket Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. may vary from your model. The lower rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or cookware.
  • Page 12: Dishwasher Dispenser And Detergents

    DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Filling the Detergent Dispenser How much Detergent to use The detergent dispenser has one covered and one The amount of detergent to use depends on the water uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into hardness.
  • Page 13: Factors Affecting Performance

    FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE Rinse Aid Water Pressure Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces The hot water line to dishwasher must provide water water spots and filming. Water "sheets" off dishes pressure between 20 and 120 psi. rather than forming water droplets that cling and leave Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers spots.
  • Page 14: Care And Cleaning

    CARE AND CLEANING WARNING Burn Hazard Allow heating element to cool before cleaning the interior. Failure to do so can result in burns. Outside — Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. Clean the Stainless Steel Inner Door and Tub The tub is made of Stainless Steel, it will not rust or corrode if the dishwasher should be scratched or dented.
  • Page 15: Care And Cleaning

    CARE AND CLEANING Clean the Fine Filter Take out the Cylinder Filter and remove the Fine Filter from the dishwasher tub bottom. To remove the Fine Filter you must first remove the bottom spray arm as shown below. Flush the Fine Filter by holding it under running water and replace.
  • Page 16: Solutions To Common Dishwashing Problems

    SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Dishes not Dry Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. • Select heat dry option. This list includes common experiences • Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is filled. that are not the result of defective •...
  • Page 17: Dishwasher Leaks

    SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Dishwasher Leaks Water in Bottom of Tub • Use only fresh detergent designed for automatic • Water left in bottom of tub after cycle is complete is dishwashers. Measure detergent carefully. Try a not normal. If water remains in the bottom of the tub, different brand.
  • Page 18 SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Dishwasher Does Not Drain Removing Spots and Film Properly Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and glasses may also • If unit is hooked up to a food waste disposer, make get spots and film for a number of reasons.
  • Page 19: Warranty

    WARRANTY Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

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